He is 9 and they just started kid pitch. I really don,t know who to ask this question, but does he need to wear a "cup" for protection of his private parts during games and practice?
2007-02-20 00:39:44 · 24 answers · asked by lanna clause 1 in Sports ➔ Baseball
Yes, he's not too young to be protected from any unforeseen accidents that could take place. Safety first!
2007-02-20 00:51:24 · answer #1 · answered by Yankee Dude 6 · 3⤊ 0⤋
YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES!!!!!!!
Did I also say YES?
Damage to that area at ANY age can be severe! Many leagues require ALL positions (batters and fielders as well) to wear a cup. It is mandatory for catchers at all levels.
I umpire baseball and softball up to the college level. While I choose not to wear a cup while "working the bases" I won't set foot on a field behind the plate without a cup, and all other protection I own! Those balls (that is baseballs) are hard! The others aren't!
You may also consider for the young pitcher a NOCSAE approved facemask, or a helmet/mask combo. I have seen a few of these little guys get hurt, and know of a couple killed by baseballs. Proper protection is a must!
2007-02-20 10:23:38 · answer #2 · answered by br549 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have to disagree with all of the above. The only time I can ever recall wearing a cup while in Little League was when I was at catcher. All other times I was playing shortstop. If you want to go the overprotection route as a lot of parents now a days do that is your choice, but there really is no need for your son to be wearing a cup at this point unless he is the catcher. I don't think a cup was required until Senior (Teener) Leagues.
2007-02-20 10:08:30 · answer #3 · answered by Bess 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Most definitely. One bad hop and he could pop a grape:) His health comes first so just as a 2 yr old should wear a helmet on a trike your boy should always wear a cup. You've got to teach them safety early in life if you want to continue your family lines.
2007-02-21 11:54:16 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Definitley. He may see it as kind of a nuisance now, but if he doesnt start wearing it now, he's not gonna get used to playing in it, and there is no worse feeling in baseball then when the batter hits a line drive and it hits you straight in the nuts.
2007-02-20 10:53:17 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes he should, especially if catching or playing the infield. One bad hop and no grand-kids for you. I'm 29 and play softball. I haven't worn one for the six years I've played softball, but I got my chimes rung pretty good on a bad hop in practice this past fall. I think in baseball there is a greater chance of such a thing, so he should play it safe.
2007-02-20 10:00:45 · answer #6 · answered by mikeox51 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes.
I've coached kids baseball for 12 years, and played as a kid, teen and adult. He may complain, but if he gets used to it now he will be comfortable with it later. I try to get all my kids to wear them, and I will NOT let anyone play catcher without one.
2007-02-21 02:29:22 · answer #7 · answered by themadzak 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My high school coach told me that one time he slid back into third base because the catcher was trying to throw him out. Weak stomached...don't read the next part...the ball hit his privates and he pissed blood for the next two days. Think about it......
2007-02-20 12:17:59 · answer #8 · answered by d-town 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes he should, that is a very delicate part of the body that could cause serious damage if hit there with a ball, bat, or spike.
2007-02-20 10:53:36 · answer #9 · answered by russell s 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Absolutely!
2007-02-20 09:54:12 · answer #10 · answered by rickeber31 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋